Head of Talent Acquisition

Role Overview

• Develop and implement a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy to identify and hire providers at all stages of their careers
• Build, structure, and lead a high-performing recruiting team, providing direction across full-cycle recruitment strategy, staffing best practices, systems, and technology
• Design an efficient organizational structure for Talent Acquisition and develop A+ recruiting talent
• Enhance Lovet’s visibility and reputation in key recruiting markets, positioning us as the employer of choice ahead of the competition
• Serve as a strategic advisor to leadership, partnering to drive talent attraction, networking, and diversity & inclusion initiatives
• Develop, implement, and report on metrics to assess the effectiveness of programs, initiatives, and team performance in support of enterprise goals
• Identify, implement, and monitor staffing best practices to improve efficiency and quality while reducing cost and time-to-fill
• Oversee the use of assessment tools within the hiring process
• Collaborate with the broader TAG community to leverage Centers of Excellence and peer expertise
• Partner with business leaders to design and execute staffing plans that optimize the mix of internal and external hiring
• Build relationships with external thought leaders in the Talent Acquisition space
• Lead and innovate graduate hiring strategy, positioning Lovet as the #1 destination for veterinary students
• Evaluate and improve current processes, policies, and procedures to drive continuous improvement
• Develop and deliver training programs for hiring managers, recruiters, and candidates to improve hiring effectiveness and reduce turnover
• Serve as a brand ambassador at in-person and virtual events
• Cultivate and nurture strong talent pipelines to support long-term hiring success
• Scale the Talent Acquisition function to support hyper-growth phases
• Leverage modern recruiting marketing methodologies to engage talent in their native environments and drive top-of-funnel activity

Requirements

• Proven success leading a recruitment function and managing a diverse team within a multi-site organization (experience in animal or human healthcare strongly preferred)
• Experience with industry and academic relations recruiting
• Strong data and analytics acumen, with the ability to measure performance and communicate progress through metrics
• Deep knowledge of Talent Acquisition tools and systems, including experience with system implementations and roadmaps
• Demonstrated ability to partner effectively with leaders at all levels, delivering exceptional service and building strong client relationships
• Flexible and adaptable, thriving in a fast-paced, hyper-growth or start-up environment
• Experienced in building scalable Talent Acquisition foundations to support rapid expansion
• Innovative and creative in recruiting approaches, with a passion for experimenting with new sourcing and engagement strategies.

Benefits

• A generous benefits package that includes paid time off
• health insurance
• dental
• vision
• 401(k) savings plan with match